Refrito o Sofrito

Refrito o Sofrito

Ingredients:

½ cup of diced tomatoes

1 medium sized onion, finely chopped

1 medium sized Pepper, finely chopped

¼ teaspoon of black pepper

1 teaspoon of salt

2 cloves of garlic

3 tablespoons of oil (canola or olive oil)

2 teaspoons of vinegar (optional)

Procedure:

1. Mash the garlic with salt and pepper

2. Sauté the onion, pepper and garlic mixture in the oil

3. Add the tomato and let boil for 1 minute

4. Add the vinegar and let to a boil

5. Use as main base for cooking meats, grains or for soups